Best Schools in Lake Villa, Illinois
7 schools · 4 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Lake Villa by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Lakes Community High School
High · Chsd 117. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Oakland Elementary School
Elementary · Antioch Ccsd 34. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
William L Thompson School
Elementary · Lake Villa Ccsd 41. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Lake Villa for 2026 are Lakes Community High School (8.3/10), Oakland Elementary School (6.5/10), and William L Thompson School (6.0/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 5 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
7
6 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$282,500
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
Schools
7
6 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$282,500
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Lake Villa
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 of 7). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lakes Community High School | 8.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Oakland Elementary School | 6.5 / 10 |
| 3 | William L Thompson School | 6.0 / 10 |
| 4 | Olive C Martin School | 5.3 / 10 |
| 5 | Peter J Palombi School | 5.2 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.3/10
- Median household income
- $122,376
- Median home value
- $282,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 42%
- Avg commute
- 34 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 82%
17% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Lake Villa compares
Illinois rank
#204 of 444
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.0
above Illinois avg (6.2)
Median household income
$122k
149% of Illinois median
Schools in this city
6
About Schools in Lake Villa, Illinois
Lake Villa, Illinois is home to 7 schools, including 6 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.3 out of 10, schools in Lake Villa show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Lake Villa is Lakes Community High School with a composite score of 8.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Lake Villa is served by 4 school districts. These districts collectively serve 13,926 students.
Lake Villa's community shows 42% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $122,376. The poverty rate in the area is 4.1%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 540 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.5 |
| 2 | 370 students · Kindergarten–Kindergarten | 6.3 |
| 3 | 483 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.0 |
| 4 | 535 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.3 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 851 students · 6th–8th | 5.2 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,329 students · 9th–12th | 8.3 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 8 students · UG–UG | — |
Schools in Lake Villa
Lake Villa, Illinois · 7 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$122,376
Median Home Value
$282,500
Median Rent
$1,645/mo
Population
34,708
College Educated
42%
Homeownership
82%
Avg Commute
34 min
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Community Profile
Lake Villa has a median household income of $122,376. It is a well-educated community where 42% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $282,500, with a median rent of $1,645/month. The local poverty rate of 4.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 34 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Illinois
- Elementary
- 4
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Lake Villa, Illinois
How many schools are in Lake Villa, Illinois?
Lake Villa has 7 schools, including 6 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Lake Villa, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Lake Villa is 6.3 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Lake Villa, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Lake Villa on MySchoolScout is Lakes Community High School with a composite score of 8.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Lake Villa, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Lake Villa on MySchoolScout is Oakland Elementary School with a composite score of 6.5/10.
What is the best middle school in Lake Villa, Illinois?
The top-ranked middle school in Lake Villa on MySchoolScout is Peter J Palombi School with a composite score of 5.2/10.
What is the best high school in Lake Villa, Illinois?
The top-ranked high school in Lake Villa on MySchoolScout is Lakes Community High School with a composite score of 8.3/10.
How many school districts serve Lake Villa, Illinois?
Lake Villa is served by 4 school districts: Antioch Ccsd 34, Chsd 117, Lake Villa Ccsd 41, Round Lake Cusd 116.
What is the education level in Lake Villa, Illinois?
According to Census data, 42% of adults in Lake Villa have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Lake Villa, Illinois?
The median household income in Lake Villa is approximately $122,376 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Lake Villa, Illinois?
Yes, Lake Villa has 1 private school alongside 6 public schools.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Lake Villa, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lake Villa is 12.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Lake Villa, Illinois?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Illinois Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.